Radiologist, Kaihaumanu hihiora
Also known as
- Clinical radiologist, diagnostic and interventional radiologist, diagnostic radiologist, nuclear medicine physician, radiological medical advisor, interventional radiologist
Radiologists use x-rays and other medical imaging technology to diagnose and make treatment decisions. They may also carry out minor medical procedures and tests.
Your pay could be
$185K
Lower
$206K to $247K
Most common
$268K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
13 years
Radiologists
- usually work regular business hours but may work on call and overtime including nights and weekends
- usually work in hospitals, clinics and private practices, and may travel locally
- may work in hazardous conditions
- may do emotionally demanding work
- need to be accurate, work well under pressure and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- diagnose medical conditions
- oversee radiation therapy
- operate medical imaging equipment
- guide procedures and surgery with medical imaging
- review and interpret medical images
- explain test results to patients
- evaluate patient medical histories
- prepare medical reports
- work with other medical professionals
- communicate with caregivers and whānau
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You need
- to complete the Health Sciences First Year programme at the University of Otago OR the first year of the Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Biomedical Science or Bachelor of Science with a health major at the University of Auckland
- a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
- a minimum of 2 years’ general medical experience
- to complete 5 years’ training and exams to become a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists
- a current Annual Practising Certificate
- to pass a police check
Registration
You need to be registered to do this job. This means you meet your industry's professional standards.
Medical Council of New Zealand
Te Kaunihera Rata o Aotearoa
Phone Number,0800 286 801
enquiry@mcnz.org.nz
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